Kangaroo Industry FactsSince we obviously love dogs, it would be natural for us to like all living creatures. So, before we even considered purchasing Kangaroo Leather, we did some research on how tanneries acquire and process Kangaroo Hides. In our research, here is what we found.A few animal organizations such as PETA and HSUS are out there spreading ridiculous misconceptions in regards to the commercial harvesting of Kangaroos in Australia. Please keep this in mind when taking in various forms of information that they provide in regards to ALL animals! The only thing we can do here at Kanga-Ru, is to provide “Factual” information for you to base your own opinions on. On the contrary, many of these groups are unable to provide facts, but can only offer disgusting images. Many of which, are outdated and/or those who are recorded as committing crimes have been punished. We have compiled the below information from the following Australian Web Sites and Publications:
Kangaroos have long been important to the survival of Australia’s Indigenous peoples, who have hunted kangaroos for tens of thousands of years for both the meat and the skins. When Europeans arrived in Australia in the late eighteenth century, they too hunted kangaroos for survival. The Australian rangeland environment is fragile and easily degraded. Kangaroos have evolved as part of the Australian ecosystem and, with their soft feet, cause no environmental degradation at natural population levels. However, kangaroo populations have increased dramatically since European settlement in these areas due to the introduction of European farming methods and, for this reason, carefully controlled harvesting is required. Today, commercial harvesting of kangaroos is strictly controlled to protect these native animals. Only species present in sufficiently large numbers can be harvested, and the kangaroo industry is closely monitored. The kangaroo harvest is ecologically sustainable. The kangaroo industry is a great example of conservation in action. Commercially harvested kangaroos are used to produce high quality leather, fur and meat products. Most Australian states now sell kangaroo meat for human consumption. The Australian Government controls the export of wildlife products and uses this authority and the latest population density information, to set a quota for each state specifying the number of kangaroos that can be commercially harvested each year. To ensure kangaroos are conserved and that any commercial harvesting of kangaroos is ecologically sustainable, each state and territory is required to prepare a wildlife trade management plan under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 before export is allowed. Which Species of Kangaroo are Harvested? Eastern grey kangaroo, Red kangaroo, and the Wallaroo. All are common species that are widespread and abundant. Harvest Period & Quotas. Kangaroo populations are estimated every year by Government authorities to determine a sustainable quota which is usually between 10-12% of total population. All harvesters must undergo training and assessment by regulatory authorities and report monthly on what kangaroos they take and from where. The annual harvest can be reviewed at any time to consider changing circumstances such as the effects of drought or disease. Based on such information, or if the harvest approaches the annual quota, the harvest period may be closed. The proportion of the population of each species that can be taken is based on research. Annual quotas for each species are set on the basis of:
Monitoring. From 1980 until 1991, fixed-wing aircraft were used to monitor trends in Queensland kangaroo populations. Since 1991, helicopter surveys have provided a more accurate estimate of kangaroo populations. Ground surveys conducted at the same time confirmed the accuracy of these surveys. Surveys are conducted across Queensland on private properties and National parks. Only species which can sustain harvesting are allowed to be taken. The number that can be harvested will be reduced if monitoring of kangaroo populations reveals any natural or harvest-induced decline in kangaroo populations. Humane Methods. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) has independently monitored kangaroo harvesting. When harvesting kangaroos, animal welfare is a primary concern. Harvesters are required to use humane methods and abide by a nationally endorsed “Code of Practice” when hunting, or risk fines and losing their license which results in losing their source of income. The RSPCA and the Australian Veterinary Association support the professionalism of kangaroo harvesters. Australian ecologists support the kangaroo industry. A wide range of professional conservation groups support the kangaroo, harvest believing that it delivers important environmental benefits. Some examples include:
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